Introducing the Lontong Sayur! | The Insanely Delicious Indonesian Breakfast Recipes You Must Try

coconut milk

🥗Healthier: light coconut milk

💰Cheaper: evaporated milk

Light coconut milk reduces calories while maintaining creaminess.

tempeh

🥗Healthier: mushrooms

💰Cheaper: cooked lentils

Mushrooms provide a similar texture and umami flavor.

tofu

🥗Healthier: silken tofu

💰Cheaper: cottage cheese

Silken tofu is a lower-calorie alternative while still being creamy.

spices

🥗Healthier: fresh herbs

💰Cheaper: dried spices

Fresh herbs can provide a vibrant flavor without added calories.

Prepare rice by rinsing until water runs clear.

Boil water in a pot and add rinsed rice, cooking until tender.

Drain rice and pack it tightly into a mold, then steam until firm.

In a separate pot, heat coconut milk over medium heat until steaming.

Add spices, lemongrass, galangal, and lime leaves to the coconut milk.

Simmer for 10-15 minutes to infuse flavors.

Add chopped vegetables and simmer until tender, about 5-7 minutes.

Incorporate tofu and tempeh, cooking until heated through.

Season with salt and sugar to taste.

Slice the steamed rice into cakes and place in bowls.

Ladle the vegetable and coconut milk mixture over the rice cakes.

Garnish with bean sprouts and hard-boiled eggs.

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